Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program at Clinica Sierra Vista is a three-year, ACGME accredited program designed to foster family medicine training for physicians committed to serving underserved communities. With six residency positions per year and strong ties to UCLA, the program offers a robust training experience in a community health environment, emphasizing primary care and the unique challenges of the San Joaquin Valley.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program (RBFMRP) is an ACGME accredited Family Medicine Residency Program that supports the recruitment and training of Family Medicine physicians, with a focus on serving underserved areas in California. It does not explicitly mention IMG friendliness, but the involvement of a teaching health center and the academic affiliation with UCLA indicates potential support for diverse applicants, including IMGs who complete their training in U.S. accredited programs.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 residency positions per year (PGY-1, PGY-2, PGY-3)
Program Website
Address
1430 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 400, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Program Director
Dr. Arreaza
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
6 (current academic year)
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The RBFMRP includes three years of postgraduate medical training and preparation for family medicine practice which integrates care in medically underserved communities.
Application
The Family Medicine Residency Program application process includes details not available in the text. Generally, applicants should check for specific application deadlines, interview dates, and any required materials, which can often be found on the program's official site.
# of Locations
6
Fellowship
The program does not explicitly list fellowships; however, it is affiliated with UCLA, which opens avenues for residents to pursue subspecialties and fellowships related to their training. Residents can expect career paths in various fields, particularly in underserved community settings, reinforced by the program's mission of service in the San Joaquin Valley.
Resident Life
Overview
The Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program (RBFMRP) is a three-year postgraduate training program consisting of six residency positions per year.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3
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Alumni
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Salary & Benefits
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PGY-1 Salary
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